Abstract
This study examines the notions of belonging, identity, and nationalism within the Dayak Bidayuh community residing in the Jagoi Babang area, located along the border between Indonesia and Malaysia. The concept of belonging, a fundamental human characteristic closely linked to one's identity, culture, and heritage, plays a vital role in comprehending the dynamics of a community. Despite being part of Indonesia's ethnic groups, the Dayak Bidayuh exhibit a solid attachment to their ancestral lands, demonstrating their feeling of belonging through intense nationalist sentiments as Indonesian citizens and a deeply rooted affection for their homeland. This research aims to uncover the diverse, intricate factors that impact their sense of belonging. The Dayak Bidayuh identity and sense of belonging are profoundly shaped by their beliefs, customs, culture, and the geographical location in which they reside. In addition, we examine the complexities of the Dayak Bidayuh community's sense of belonging near the Indonesia-Malaysia border compared to other regions in Indonesia. This comparative analysis provides valuable insights into the complexities of borderland identities and their implications for the preservation of culture and the viability of development programs. Comprehending these processes is essential for fostering harmony between different cultures, protecting native traditions, and promoting overall progress in border regions.
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Jagad Aditya Dewantara, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
Dasim Budimansyah, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
Cecep Darmawan, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
Sulistyarini , Universitas Tanjungpura, Indonesia
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Conference: ACSS2024
Stream: Ethnicity
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Dewantara J., Budimansyah D., Darmawan C., & S. (2024) Sense of Belonging, Identity and Nationalism Dayak Bidayuh on the Border Indonesia-Malaysia ISSN: 2186-2303 – The Asian Conference on the Social Sciences 2024: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 481-491) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-2303.2024.42
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-2303.2024.42
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